Edge of Awe
Experiences of the Malheur-Steens Country
Will be published approx. on 30. May 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-87071-961-5 (ISBN)
Description
With a foreword by William Kittredge and line drawings by Ursula K. LeGuin, this literary anthology gathers together personal impressions of the Malheur-Steens region of Oregon, known for its birding opportunities, its natural beauty and remoteness, and, more recently, for the 2016 armed takeover of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Contributors include biologists, students, tourists, birders, local residents, and native Paiute, thus reflecting the perspectives of visitors, original inhabitants, and current residents. Anyone who has visited the area or plans to do so, and anyone with an interest in the region, will find inspiration in this literary companion.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Corvallis, OR
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
13 line drawings, 1 map
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
318 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-87071-961-5 (9780870719615)
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Persons
Alan L. Contreras is a fourth-generation Oregonian who has been visiting the Malheur-Steens region for five decades. A graduate of the University of Oregon and its law school, he is retired from work in higher education. He is the author of several books published by Oregon State University Press, including Afield and Birds of Oregon, and has also published three poetry collections, a book on state regulation of colleges, and others. He lives in Eugene.